Contract Manager KC30A at Northrop Grumman

Amberley, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Commercial Advice, Contractual Advice, Contract Change Proposals, Contract Drafting, Contractual Deliverables, Contract Reviews, Issue Resolution, Dispute Resolution, Claims Management, Risk Management, Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership

Industry

Description

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1) TRAVEL: No Description The Contract Manager for the KC30A provides key commercial and contractual leadership in support of the Program Manager, ensuring effective management and oversight of all Program Contract requirements and the delivery of Sustainment / Through Life Support services to the Commonwealth of Australia. As a senior member of the Program Leadership Team, the Contract Manager plays a critical role in driving compliant, value-for-money outcomes across the Program. Key Responsibilities Provide sound, risk-balanced commercial and contractual advice to support Program outcomes Propose, negotiate and respond to Contract Change Proposals, including contract drafting Prepare and deliver S&Qs in consultation with relevant functional teams Prepare, submit and manage all contractual deliverables and notifications Support and contribute to contract reviews (e.g. Award Term Reviews, Periodic Cost Reviews) Oversee delivery of TLS services to ensure scope remains within contracted limits Lead and support the resolution of contractual issues, disputes, claims and performance relief where applicable What we Offer: 18 weeks paid parental leave Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, Volunteer leave, Varying start and Finish times to suit your family needs. 2 Weeks Paid Reservist leave Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option Ongoing career progression opportunities- leadership development, education support, ongoing career growth through internal movement About You: To be successful in this role, you will need: Degree or Diploma in Business, Contract Law, or equivalent relevant experience Demonstrated experience in contract management using ASDEFCON templates Proven capability in drafting S&Qs and Contract Change Proposals Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify, assess and manage contractual risk Highly developed negotiation skills with a focus on win-win outcomes Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills Experience operating as a leader within complex Programs and senior leadership environments As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

The Contract Manager provides essential commercial and contractual leadership to the Program Manager, focusing on effective oversight of all Program Contract requirements and the delivery of Sustainment/Through Life Support services to the Commonwealth of Australia. Key duties include providing risk-balanced advice, negotiating change proposals, drafting S&Qs, managing deliverables, and leading the resolution of contractual issues and disputes.